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Stranger

2017 – 2020Show2 seasons32 episodesTV-MA

83
GreatGoodWatch score

A nerve-racking, gripping crime series about crime and everyday modern life, with standout direction and performances.

Good for friends night · teens · binge-friendly

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Not for warmth, laughs or comfort.

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Episodes

2 seasons · 32 episodes · best: S1E14 "Another Body" 8.8

Episodes

8.3
7.8

Story

Hwang Shi Mok underwent brain surgery as a child to curb his violent temper, which left him devoid of emotions. Hwang becomes a prosecutor known for his piercing intelligence and logic, but he is ostracized because he lacks empathy and social skills. He is also one of only a handful of upright prosecutors who have refused to take bribes. One day, he encounters a stabbing victim while investigating corruption. He meets Lieutenant Han Yeo Jin at the crime scene. They join forces to root out corruption at the prosecutors’ office and solve a serial murder case.

Feels like

  • Legal Procedural Thriller
  • Institutional Corruption
  • Emotionless Protagonist
  • Dark Crime Mystery
  • Sociopolitical Satire
  • Psychological Drama
  • Slow-Burn Investigation
  • Moral Ambiguity
  • Elite Conspiracy

Cast

Crew

Written by
Lee Su-yeon
Produced by
So Jae-hyun

Everyone

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Facts

June 10, 2017 · October 4, 2020 · Ended

First aired
June 10, 2017
Last aired
October 4, 2020
Status
Ended
Length
2 seasons · 32 episodes
Age rating
TV-MA
Content
Violence, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Crime, Drama, Mystery
Original language
Korean
Made in
South Korea
Available in
136 countries

Tropes

Chekhov's Gunman, Posthumous Character, Rooftop Confrontation +9

  • Chekhov's Gunman
  • Posthumous Character
  • Rooftop Confrontation
  • Drowning My Sorrows
  • Hired to Hunt Yourself
  • Writing Indentation Clue
  • Frame-Up
  • This Is Reality
  • Victoria's Secret Compartment
  • Corrupt Corporate Executive
  • Match Cut
  • Libation for the Dead

12 of 66 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Stranger?"

Questions about Stranger

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Stranger?

In the United States, Stranger streams on Netflix, Rakuten Viki, and WeTV. It also streams in 131 other countries.

Is Stranger worth watching?

83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83 (IMDb 8.4).

Will Stranger make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly satire (8 of 10) and sharp wit (6 of 10).

Is Stranger in English?

Korean

No, it was made in Korean.

What tropes does Stranger use?

Chekhov's GunmanPosthumous CharacterRooftop ConfrontationDrowning My SorrowsHired to Hunt YourselfWriting Indentation ClueFrame-UpThis Is RealityVictoria's Secret CompartmentCorrupt Corporate ExecutiveMatch CutLibation for the Deadand 54 more

TV Tropes lists 66 tropes for it, including Chekhov's Gunman, Posthumous Character, and Rooftop Confrontation.